IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this washer are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Good, safe practice and caution MUST be applied when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance.

WATER HEATER SAFETY

Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.

If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

PROPER INSTALLATION

This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

Install or store where it will not be exposed to

Properly ground washer to conform with all governing

temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.

codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation

 

Instructions.

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

Keep the area underneath and around your

Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used

appliances free of combustible materials such as

by or near children. Do not allow children to play on,

lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

with, or inside this or any other appliance.

Do not leave the washer door open. An open door could entice children to hang on the door or crawl inside the washer.

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